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Bishop Phillip Davis

Case from Matthews, NC dated Aug 29, 2015

Victim Details

Bishop Phillip Davis

Male

Black / African American

Matthews

NC

2015-08-29

62

Bishop

Phillip Davis

06/20/2026

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Bishop Phillip Milton Davis, age 62, passed away on August 29, 2015, in Matthews, NC. He was the senior pastor at Nations Ford Community Church in Charlotte and was well-respected within the community. Bishop Davis was cleaning his firearm at his home in Weddington when the gun accidentally discharged, striking him in the chest. His wife, Cynthia Davis, found him unconscious at his desk and immediately called 911. Despite efforts to save him, Bishop Davis was pronounced dead at the scene.
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  • Charlotte pastor Phillip Davis dies while cleaning gun
  • Hundreds mourn death of Charlotte preacher - WSOC TV
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